Since 1951, McGee Company has been a family owned business focused on tire service shop equipment and supplies. Our broader line also includes lubrication equipment, air compressors and automotive service equipment.
We operate out of multiple warehouses in Denver, Dallas, Salt Lake City, and Albuquerque providing same-day shipping Monday through Friday

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Air Tool Maintenance

The largest issue with air tool failure is improper lubrication. It extends tools life with only a few drops of oil (0406) that goes directly into the whip hose or air inlet. Simply run the tool for a few seconds after a few times a day and you’ll be good! Check out our how to video.

Calcium build up can occur as water evaporates in tools. Air Tool Conditioner (16ATC) returns a tool to normal speed and power by breaking the surface tension of minerals in the tool. Once per week is standard unless the tool is used frequently.

Air tools typically need between 90-100 PSI at the tool, but check manufacturer guidelines. You can hear leaks near the tool that create a loss of power. It is important to check pressure at the tool to identify full efficiency.

Moisture is condensed in air under pressure in the air lines and at the bottom of the tank. A compressor can make nearly 18 gallons of water vapor a day under average conditions of 75 degrees with 75% humidity. Your tools will experience loss of power, early failure, and potentially seize up with rust down the line as water moves through your system.

Beat up impact tools and sockets significantly reduce the life of tools. Sockets won’t fit correctly if the beveled portion of the tip of the shank is worn. A loose or improper fit rounds the socket’s opening and once the socket is rounded it will wear the bevel quickly on the shank of a new tool similarly. Best practice is to purchase new sockets with a new wrench.